Wednesday 18 September 2013

Now for an update.

It feels like there has not been a lot happening but I have finished off another two skeins of the fairy floss wool and also nearly finished off another pair of socks for Lance.  Once they are off the needles then it will be some socks for Grace.  Sarah has elected not to have woolly socks sadly. 


The crochet jacket has not seen a lot of work but the back is finished and I have done a fair bit of one of the fronts.
I might actually get some done on this at knitting group as I might just need Lance's foot to measure those socks before casting them off.

Last week I also managed to get my hands on a copy of the first Ply magazine and have enjoyed reading it.  Its American but not as full of ads as Spinoff magazine.  I also made up a heap of batts ready for spinning from some of the tops I dyed ages ago and blended them with bits of alpaca and kid mohair.  Must finish up those tops that are currently on the wheel before delving into this box. 

Basically it is more sock wool lol.  Some will be for xmas so had better get moving on them.

I also hemmed up some new lace curtains for our lounge too.  At a bargain price too lol free!



I've missed having lace at the windows.

Well it is a busy morning for me today and then knitting group after lunch so had better get organised!








10 comments:

Bev C said...

Hello Katherine,

I just want to touch that box of wool, it looks so lovely and soft. Good luck with your crochet jacket and knitting projects.
Happy days.
Bev.

Monica said...

Your lace curtains look so pretty! It's quite an idyllic scene. :) I love Lance's socks, too, but please -- I can't bear to think about Christmas yet!

Anthea said...

Katherine, it seems PLENTY has been going on for you... the crochet progress is very pretty. And I'm with Monica, don't mention the 'C' word!! x

Rachelle said...

In some ways it's good not to have sock orders from one member of the house; gives you more chance to make some for yourself! I've got one son who doesn't want handmade socks, but husband and youngest son who love them so I have plenty to keep me going

Sharyn T said...

You have been keeping busy Katherine. Sharyn:)

Anita said...

Hi Katherine,
I love lace curtains as well, they add some charm to a house. Love your yarns, I want them!! lol.
Cheers, Anita.

Claire said...

I will have Sarah's pair of woolly socks thanks!

Jillian said...

I agree with Rachelle that it's simpler if one family member is clear about what they don't want. I love the socks and the crochet is looking pretty nifty too.

Charlie and Wendy said...

Your knitting and crochet looks lovely as usual!!

Mistea said...

Gorgeous socks you've knitted up.
Can't wait to see your pretty cardi done, it is looking lovely.
Reaching out to touch your fleece would be amazing such pretty colours to play with.
Enjoy the lace in the window.